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    Sprout Cafe

    American
    Open now10AM - 8PM
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    PASTRIES & COFFEE MENU
    BREAKFAST MENU
    WEEKDAY MENU

    Featured Items

    • Rancher Steak

      Roasted tri-tip, house chimichurri, organic wild arugula, horseradish mayo, pepperoncini, pickled red onions, organic Acme ciabatta roll (gf*, df)
      $17.00
    • Curry Red Lentils

      Tomato, chickpeas, organic quinoa and cilantro (gf, v)
      $4.50+
    • Full Custom Salad

      Build your own custom salad.
      $10.50

    PASTRIES & COFFEE MENU

    Pastries

    • Malasadas

      Fluffy sugar-dusted Portuguese donuts (vg)
      OUT OF STOCK
      $3.50+
    • Brown Butter Chocolate Chip Cookie

      Brown butter chocolate chip cookies with sea salt (vg)
      $4.00
    • Peanut Butter-Miso Cookie

      Inspired by Krysten Chambrot of NYT Cooking, this chewy brown sugar cookie blends peanut butter with a subtle touch of white miso for a sweet-salty finish (vg)
      $4.00
    • Maple Pecan Oatmeal Cookie

      A hearty oatmeal cookie baked with toasted pecans, sweet raisins, coconut flakes, and pure maple syrup for a warm, wholesome flavor.
      $4.00
    • Gluten-Free Chocolate Chip Cookie

      Gluten-free cookies made with almond flour, semi-sweet and milk chocolate (gf, vg)
      $5.00
    • Malted Shortbread Brownie with Walnuts

      Malted shortbread brownie with crushed walnuts (vg)
      $5.00

    Coffee & Teas

    Made with Lavazza Gran Crema espresso beans
    • Drip Coffee

      $3.50
    • Decaf Drip Coffee

      $3.50
    • Espresso

      $4.00
    • Americano

      $4.00
    • Latte

      $4.50
    • Vanilla Latte

      $5.00
    • Salted Caramel Latte

      $5.50
    • Matcha Latte

      $5.50
    • Dirty Chai Latte

      $5.50
    • Cappucino

      $4.50
    • Mocha

      $5.50
    • Hot Chocolate

      Made with Guittard 72% bittersweet chocolate.
      $5.00
    • Iced Americano

      $4.00
    • Iced Matcha Latte

      $5.50
    • Iced Latte

      $4.50
    • Vietnamese Iced Coffee

      $5.50
    • Iced Coffee

      $3.50

    BREAKFAST MENU

    EARLY BIRD

    Breakfast served until 2:30 PM on weekdays and 3:00 PM on weekends
    • Avocado Toast

      Grilled seeded country bread, smashed avocado, poached egg, fig jam, charred fresno chili salsa (vg, df, gf*)
      $12.00
    • Breakfast Croissant

      Cage-free scrambled eggs, aged white cheddar, fresh butter croissant (vg, gf*)
      $10.00
    • Chicken Breakfast Sandwich

      Crispy five-spice–marinated chicken topped with a sunny-side-up egg, baby arugula, and harissa aioli on housemade sesame brioche.
      $14.50
    • Santa Fe Breakfast Wrap

      Cage-free scrambled eggs, house potatoes, fontina, house chorizo, pico, chipotle aioli, flatbread (vg*)
      $12.00
    • Denver Omelette

      Two cage-free eggs, organic spinach, red peppers, onions, & aged cheddar, serve with levain toast & fresh fruits (vg, df*)
      $15.00
    • Mango Chia Pudding

      Fresh mango, mixed berries, chia seeds, coconut milk, toasted almonds, toasted coconut flakes, vanilla (v, gf)
      $10.00
    • Fruit Cup

      Seasonal fruits and berries (v, gf)
      $5.00

    WEEKDAY MENU

    Salads

    All individual salads served with homemade focaccia
    • Full Custom Salad

      Build your own custom salad.
      $10.50
    • Half Custom Salad

      Build your own custom salad.
      $9.50
    • Caesar Classico

      Crisp romaine with garlic croutons and shavings of aged Grana Padano, herbed chicken breast, finished with our classic Caesar dressing.
      $16.00
    • Wildroots

      Rainbow carrots, crisp cucumbers, sweet red bell peppers, crunchy jicama, and fresh herbs topped with miso-glazed salmon, finished with miso-ginger dressing.
      $18.00
    • Kale Ceasar

      Organic curly kale, herb roasted chicken breast, shaved grana padano, toasted garlic breadcrumbs, caesar dressing (df*, gf*)
      OUT OF STOCK
      $17.00
    • Nutty Rooster

      Curry spiced chicken, organic baby kale, organic spring mix, mango, edamame, carrots, green onion, peanuts, wonton strips, fresh herbs, kaiware sprout, crispy shallots, sriracha-peanut dressing (df)
      $18.00
    • Steakhouse

      Grilled tri-tip, hearts of romaine, applewood smoked bacon, fried onions, roasted potatoes, black beans, gorgonzola, caesar dressing (gf*, df*)
      $19.00
    • Davy

      Herb crusted Atlantic salmon, organic wild arugula, avocado, fresh corn, aged sharp white cheddar, candied walnuts, shaved fennel, red onions, sesame ginger dressing (df*)
      $19.00
    • Southwestern

      Hearts of romaine, aged sharp white cheddar, applewood smoked bacon, avocado, fresh corn, red onions, crispy tortilla strips, black beans, pico de gallo, chipotle-honey dressing (gf*, df*)
      $18.00
    • Rocky

      Herb grilled chicken breast, organic wild arugula, organic baby spinach, granny smith apples, hardboiled egg, grapes, cherry tomatoes, roasted red bell peppers, gorgonzola, fried onions, ranch dressing (gf*, df*)
      $19.00
    • Tofu

      Furikake crusted tofu, organic spring mix, scrambled egg whites, red bell peppers, edamame, carrots, kaiware sprouts, pea tendrils, toasted sesame seeds, wasabi-soy vinaigrette (vg, df)
      $18.00
    • Tuna Nicoise

      Black pepper seared ahi tuna, organic butter lettuce, green beans, roasted potatoes, kalamata olives, 8-minute egg, cherry tomatoes, fresh herbs, lemon-tarragon vinaigrette (gf*, df)
      $20.00
    • Falafel

      Housemade falafel, marinated tomatoes, kalamata olives, quinoa tabbouleh, vegan marinated feta, spiced chickpeas, english cucumbers, romaine hearts, green hummus, turmeric-tahini dressing (v, gf*)
      $19.00
    • Oscar

      Grilled baja prawns, baby iceberg lettuce, avocado, roasted corn, hearts of palm, chioggia beet, biquinho peppers, queso fresco, avocado-lime dressing (df*, gf*)
      OUT OF STOCK
      $19.00

    Burgers, Sandwiches & Wraps

    Served with side salad
    • Burger

      1⁄2 lb beef patty, muenster cheese, caramelized onions, organic wild urugula, roma tomatoes, dirty sauce, homemade sesame brioche. Serve with side pickle
      $18.00
    • Impossible Burger

      1⁄2 lb Impossible® patty, vegan cheddar, caramelized onions, organic baby spinach, roma tomatoes, vegan harissa aioli, organic Acme sweet bun. Serve with side pickle (v)
      $18.00
    • Rancher Steak

      Roasted tri-tip, house chimichurri, organic wild arugula, horseradish mayo, pepperoncini, pickled red onions, organic Acme ciabatta roll (gf*, df)
      $17.00
    • Chipotle Chicken

      Grilled chicken breast, fontina, chipotle sauce, crispy tortilla strips, toasted organic Acme green onion bread (gf*, df*)
      $16.00
    • Salmon Club

      Grilled salmon fillet, organic wild arugula, tomatoes, applewood smoked bacon, spicy garlic aioli, homemade sesame brioche (gf*, df)
      $18.00
    • K.H.C

      Korean hot chicken, green cabbage, chicken-mu, spicy gochujang aioli, homemade sesame brioche (gf*, df)
      $17.00
    • Green Goddess

      Green hummus, romaine hearts, english cucumbers, avocado, clover sprouts, vegan marinated feta, green goddess herb dressing, toasted lavash (v).
      $16.00
    • Turkey Avocado

      Roasted turkey breast, hass avocado, tomatoes, organic butter lettuce, red onions, cheddar cheese, lemon-basil aioli, organic Acme focaccia (gf*, df*)
      $17.00

    Entree

    Pick a protein + 2 sides
    • Pan Seared Chicken Breast

      wild mushroom-shallots reduction
      $18.00
    • Sous Vide Hanger Steak

      Sous vide to medium and served with chimichurri and maldon sea salt
      $22.00
    • Pan Seared Salmon

      Lemon-caper beurre blanc
      $21.00
    • Coriander & Fennel Crusted Ahi

      Olive-capers cruda
      $21.00
    • Side Broccolini

      Broccolini sautéed with butter, garlic, shallots, and white wine and finish with dash of lemon juice (vg)
      $5.50
    • Side Ratatouille

      Vegetable stew made with tomatoes, tender eggplant, zucchini, and bell peppers, simmered with garlic, herbs, and olive oil (v, gf)
      $5.50
    • Side Four Cheese Mac & Cheese

      A mix of sharp white and yellow cheddar, parmesan, and fontina, tossed with lumache pasta and topped with seasoned breadcrumbs (vg)
      $5.50
    • Side Roasted Brussel Sprouts & Butternut Squash

      $5.50
    • Side Tumeric Basmati Rice

      Fragrant basmati rice cooked with turmeric (v, gf)
      $5.50
    • Side Mashed Potatoes

      Creamy mashed potatoes whipped with butter and heavy cream (vg)
      $5.50

    Small Bites

    • Avocado Toast

      Grilled seeded country bread, smashed avocado, poached egg, fig jam, charred fresno chili salsa (vg, df, gf*)
      $12.00
    • Tater Tots

      Serve with chili lime aioli (gf, df)
      $9.00
    • Fries

      Curry ketchup (v, gf)
      $9.00
    • Cauliflower

      Charred cauliflower over smoky muhammara and creamy white bean purée, topped with chimichurri, toasted almonds, and cilantro (v, gf )
      $13.00
    • Root Awakening

      Medley of purple, white, and yellow sweet potato baked and served with honey mustard and harissa aioli (v, gf)
      $12.00
    • Pork Potstickers

      Pork filled with cabbage, green onions, and garlic. Serve with chili soy ginger sauce (df)
      $12.00
    • Sesame Tofu

      Crispy tofu tossed in a sweet and savory sesame sauce (v)
      $9.00
    • Summer Rolls

      Organic spring mix, mango, rice noodles, carrots, crispy shallots, and cucumbers. Serve with curry-peanut sauce.
      $8.00+

    Soups

    • Asian Chicken Noodles

      House chicken broth, rice noodles, organic spinach, caramelized shallots (gf, df)
      $4.50+
    • Curry Red Lentils

      Tomato, chickpeas, organic quinoa and cilantro (gf, v)
      $4.50+
    • Tomato Bisque

      Cream and fresh basil (gf, vg)
      $4.50+
    • Papa's Pork Dumplings

      Pork filled dumplings, organic baby spinach, carrot, caramelized shallots, green onion, house chicken broth, chili oil (df)
      $4.50+
    • Minestrone

      Rustic minestrone with vegetables, potatoes, spinach, and beans simmered in a savory broth, finished with shaved parmesan (vg,gf)
      OUT OF STOCK
      $4.50+
    • Seasonal Vegan "Cream" of Mushroom

      Made with yukon potatoes and extra virgin olive oil, sweetened with oat milk, and topped with parsley (v, gf)
      $4.50+

    Kid's Menu

    • Kid's Chicken Tenders

      Panko crusted chicken breast, french fries or fresh fruits, ranch & kechup
      $14.00
    • Kid's Roasted Salmon

      Herb roasted Atlantic salmon, french fries or fresh fruits (df, gf)
      $15.00
    • Kid's Grilled Cheese

      Fontina, aged sharp white cheddar, on a toasted homemade broiche, w/ french fries or fresh fruits (gf*, vg)
      $13.00

    Desserts & Snacks

    • Malasadas

      Fluffy sugar-dusted Portuguese donuts (vg)
      OUT OF STOCK
      $3.50+
    • Tiramisu

      Layered with espresso-soaked ladyfingers, whipped mascarpone cream, and a dusting of rich cocoa powder (vg)
      $10.00
    • Brioche Bread Pudding

      Warm, and comforting! our house-made brioche bread pudding is baked with warm spices, golden raisins and orange zest. served with caramel and whipped cream (vg)
      $10.00
    • Mango Chia Pudding

      Fresh mango, mixed berries, chia seeds, coconut milk, toasted almonds, toasted coconut flakes, vanilla (v, gf)
      $10.00
    • Fruit Cup

      Seasonal fruits and berries (v, gf)
      $5.00
    • Organic Apple

      $2.00
    • Kettle Chips

      $2.50+

    Drinks

    • Fresh Squeezed O.J

      OUT OF STOCK
      $6.00
    • Hot Chocolate

      Made with Guittard 72% bittersweet chocolate.
      $5.00
    • Iced Black Tea

      $3.50
    • Thai Iced Tea

      $5.00
    • Lemonade

      $3.50
    • Iced Hibiscus Tea

      $3.50
    • Arnold Palmer

      $3.50
    • Strawberry Chia Fizz

      $6.00
    • Mexican Coke

      Coca-Cola Original Taste — the crisp, refreshing taste you know and love
      $3.50
    • Diet Coke

      Take a Diet Coke break with this refreshing, no-calorie soft drink
      $3.00
    • Crystal Geyer Water

      $2.00
    • Brew Dr. Kombucha

      $5.00+
    • Smart Water

      Pure, vapor-distilled water
      $3.50
    • San Pellegrino

      $3.00
    • Olipop

      $3.00+
    • Strawberry Rose

      $6.00
    • Kid's Milk

      $3.50
    • Kid's Juice

      $3.00

    Beer & Wine

    • Mimosa

      $9.00+
    • Sangria

      $10.00+
    • 805

      $5.00
    • Blue Moon Belgium White

      $5.00
    • Golden State Cider

      $5.00
    • Corona

      $5.00
    • Hazy IPA

      $5.00
    • Lagunitas IPA

      $5.00
    • Stella Artois Non-Alcoholic

      $5.00

    Utensils

    • I will need cutlery for my order


    All hours
    Sunday9:00 am - 3:00 pm
    Monday10:00 am - 8:00 pm
    Tuesday10:00 am - 8:00 pm
    Wednesday10:00 am - 8:00 pm
    Thursday10:00 am - 8:00 pm
    Friday10:00 am - 8:00 pm
    Saturday9:00 am - 3:00 pm
    Restaurant info

    Sprout Café brings fresh, nourishing meals to the table, from colorful salads to handcrafted sandwiches. Located on University Avenue, we’re all about feel-good food you’ll want to come back for.

    Location

    168 University Avenue, Palo Alto, CA 94301

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